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Physical Therapy Certificates

If you are thinking of getting a certificate in physical therapy, now is as good of a time as any. Within the career associated with this program, you can work with the elderly to help them rebuild and maintain their strength. A more common line of work would be to help athletes get back on their feet after an injury. This career does deal with human interaction a lot, so you must be prepared to work with people if you are going to seek a certificate in physical therapy.

There are a number of ways that a student can obtain such a certificate. The modern approach is actually to get your certificate in physical therapy right online. This will allow you to work on your own schedule and learn the same things that people are in a classroom. You do it all via computer though. Penn Foster Schools and Ashworth College both offer online programs in physical therapy that you might be able to go through.

Science plays a big part in a program for a certificate in physical therapy. Students must learn some of the reasoning behind injury and what the best way is to repair it and prevent it from happening in the future. People skills also have to be acquired, as well as a general understanding of human anatomy. The core curriculum of math, science, English and history may also be required for the program.



Top Physical Therapy Schools

      
  • Stratford Career Institute

    Earn Your Diploma from Home!

    Programs

    • Physical Therapy Aide
    • Relaxation Therapist
    • Medical Office Assistant

    Location: Online

    Stratford Career Institute
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  • Penn Foster Schools

    Advance your career with our affordable, self-paced, career-focused distance education programs.

    Programs

    • Physical Therapy Aide
    • Occupational Therapy Aide
    • Certified Personal Trainer
    • More...
    Location:
    Scranton: , Scranton PA 18501
    Penn Foster Schools
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  • Columbia Southern University

    Columbia Southern University offers a broad range of online degrees and prides itself on its high-quality instruction and affordable pricing relative to many other online universities.

    Programs

    • Industrial Hygiene Management Certificate
    Location:
    Orange Beach: 25326 Canal Road, Orange Beach AL 36561
    Columbia Southern University
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  • Allied Health Institute

    Allied Health Institute is a post-secondary vocational school offering a variety of Diploma and Associate Degree programs in the field of Allied Health. By utilizing online learning, students have the flexibility to continue their education from the convenience of their own home. Our virtual classrooms will enable students to attend classes and communicate with instructors and classmates. Students can complete some programs without leaving their current employment or sacrificing family time.

    Programs

    • Medical Assistant
    • Medical Office Assistant

    Location: Online

    Allied Health Institute
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  • Ashworth College

    Earn your degree or diploma on your schedule and succeed at Ashworth College.

    Programs

    • Medical Office Assisting
    • Fitness and Exercise
    • Associate of Science Degree in Health Care Administration
    Location:
    Norcross: , Norcross GA
    Ashworth College
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  • Independence University

    Independence University is your proven partner with over 30 years of distance education delivered right to our students.

    Programs

    • AS - Respiratory Therapy
    • AS - Occupational Studies in Medical Specialties
    Location:
    Salt Lake City: , Salt Lake City UT 84101
    Independence University
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  • Kaplan University

    Advance your career with an online degree from Kaplan University.

    Programs

    • AAS in Medical Office Management
    Location:
    Fort Lauderdale: 6301 Kaplan University Avenue, Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
    Kaplan University
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  • Keiser University

    For over 30 years, Keiser University eCampus Online has provided student-centered, quality career education.

    Programs

    • Medical Assisting, AS
    • Health Services Administration, AA (Online)
    Location:
    Fort Lauderdale: , Fort Lauderdale FL 33309
    Keiser University
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  • Virginia College

    Set your career in motion at Virginia College.

    Programs

    • AS - Medical Office Administration
    Location:
    Birmingham: 300 River Hills Business Park, Birmingham AL 35242
    Virginia College
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